Overview
Ithaka Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Tin Town, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,065 learners and is staffed by 27 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 39:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Umzinyathi education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 299 other primary schools in Umzinyathi.
School fees
Ithaka Primary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Ithaka Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Ithaka Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Umzinyathi district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 082 541 3470 or email ithakaprimary@gmail.com for specifics.
Is Ithaka Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Ithaka Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Umzinyathi district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,065 learners.
What is the quintile of Ithaka Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Ithaka Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,065 learners attending here in Tin Town, KwaZulu-Natal pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Ithaka Primary School, families in KwaZulu-Natal apply directly with Ithaka Primary School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Umzinyathi education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Ithaka Primary School
Call 082 541 3470 or email ithakaprimary@gmail.com to confirm whether Ithaka Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register your details with the KZN Department of Education and submit the application form directly at Ithaka Primary School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Ithaka Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Ithaka Primary School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Ithaka Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Umzinyathi district office under the KZN Department of Education.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Ithaka Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Ithaka Primary School for the next academic year, complete the KZN Department of Education pre-registration and submit the school's own form at Ithaka Primary School. In KZN, applications are submitted directly to the school and confirmed via the KZN DoE district office. For confirmation of available places, contact Ithaka Primary School via phone 082 541 3470 or email ithakaprimary@gmail.com.
What documents do I need to apply at Ithaka Primary School?
Ithaka Primary School requires the following documents for admission: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Contact Ithaka Primary School (phone 082 541 3470 or email ithakaprimary@gmail.com) for any school-specific requirements.